BlackHorse Espresso & Bakery

2nd time visiting this coffee shop. It was just as good as the first time thru. I got a ham n cheddar breakfast sandwich and had it heated up. loved it! The mocha was excellent, and the mini-cinni was too basic for my sweet tooth. Still good, I'll get something else next time. The fireplace was an unexpected surprise and a pleasant experience.

Coffee is just ok (I drink plain caps or lattes). Rich coffee flavor and velvety milk texture I'm looking for just aren't there. Gets the job done, but isn't a delight to drink. Service is always polite and friendly. The shop itself feels outdated, unkempt, and not very inviting. It's a small space, but the space could be better utilized to fit a couple more small tables and chairs. Overall I just don't feel excited to go here.

Great coffee, could use more practice in latte art. Nice space, indoor and outdoor seating. Parking ample. Bakery items plus paninis and other food items. Blackberry muffin was amazing, really enjoyed. Lots of special flavored drink if you like those. Great choice if you aren't a fan of the larger coffee chains.

PROS:
+ Warm, friendly, inviting and lively. There is even a fireplace!
+ Young, but super efficient staff. They put in WORK!
+ Good lighting and lots of windows
+ Fun, local artwork that you can purchase
+ Good offerings of caffeinated beverages and a nice spread of pastries
+ Good seating (if available). It's POPPIN' here!
+ Lots of outlets for charging devices
+ Good location with eateries and shops around.

CONS:
- The free wifi sucks. It's awful and frustrating - an absolute NIGHTMARE. Impossible to get work done without getting timed out and kicked off the internet.
- A semi-decent place for working (if you don't need wifi), but can be loud. Bring headphones unless you want to listen in on lots of conversations happening around you
- Breakfast panini is on the small side for the price compared to other places I've been to.

Honestly, if the wifi situation here was better and more reliable, this place would be amazing. For someone like myself who telecommutes, a coffee shop with solid wifi is GOLD. Unfortunately, I can't come back here as frequently as I'd like because I wouldn't be able to get any work done.

Beautiful coffee, great local company.

Thank you! 😊
“Blackhorse Espresso and Bakery"
My family have been walking through the doors of this coffee store where we can experience the aroma of Coffee that takes you to all the process that brings the joy of having a cups of coffee, between our hands, served by the incredible team, Barista!
This place has a fantastic selection of pastries, sandwiches, combined with art. You can be setting outside sharing a Fire place that warm inside and outside.

The staff were nice, the tea was great, and the Blueberry Lemon Poppy seed muffin was amazing! Will definitely stop in again!

Best Red Eye I've had in SLO.

The new fellas on the morning crew are… not good. It’s a shame because this place is normally 5 stars!

The hot or iced mocha is the bomb! The baked goods are also delicious. And the staff is so warm, welcoming and happy! Great service.